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Newer phones may be getting larger and larger, but that doesn't mean there aren't smaller options available. The Samsung Galaxy S25 would be a perfect contender if you need a smaller screen, a great camera system, and the latest mobile AI capabilities.
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T-Mobile is now running an offer where you can get your ludicrously capacious Galaxy S25 for free. All you have to do is trade in a phone in any condition on T-Mobile's Experience Beyond or Go5G Next plan, and you'll receive the phone in return. That's right. You can turn in a broken, eligible smartphone and get a new Galaxy S25 for free.
As always, there are a few stipulations with this offer. First, this free phone is paid out in credits through a 24-month billing cycle. Therefore, you will be bound by a two-year contract. However, the trade-in policy for any eligible phone in any condition is a great deal, and worth writing home about.
Most of these free phone offers from cellular carriers require a trade-in device in working condition. For this deal specifically, T-Mobile will accept devices as old as the iPhone 12 or Samsung Galaxy S10 for an eligible trade-in.
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The Samsung Galaxy S25 is a great contender for your next smartphone. It's the smallest of Samsung's latest generation of smartphones, joined by the larger Galaxy S25 Plus and Galaxy S25 Ultra models. However, that doesn't mean the device is any less notable.
The phone's display measures 6.2 inches, so it's a sizeable screen for browsing and general content consumption. Like its siblings, the S25 has a vivid Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, and high enough a resolution to satisfying gamers and movie buffs alike. It's safe to say your scrolling and streaming will have a crisp and colorful image.
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